Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a brilliant Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational capabilities. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to solve humanity's most complex challenges—from climate modeling to drug discovery. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art quantum annealers and a $50M research fund dedicated to next-gen computing paradigms.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Author peer-reviewed publications in top-tier journals
- Mentor junior researchers and PhD candidates
- Secure federal and industry grants for quantum research
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum architectures
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Publication record in Nature/Science/Physical Review journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding